Jakov Jakus
Maple Ridge
Summary
Surveyor experienced in current techniques for gathering and presenting land measurements. Contributed to optimal land utilization by identifying legal boundaries and preparing maps and diagrams to present data on land characteristics. Skilled in topographic, boundary, utility locate, and volumetric survey types using land-based GPS units and total stations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Surveyor Crew Chief / Assistant
McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd.
Vancouver
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Performed boundary, topographic, traverses, volumetric and monitor surveys. Experienced with both total station and RTK (Leica and Trimble)
- Measured and marked property lines and key topographic features
- Performed layouts and field staking of features such as roadways, utility lines and buildings, helping to gather important data and measurements
- Coordinated survey crew of 3-4 on major projects
- Trained, mentored and assigned work to subordinate crew members
- Prepared and maintained sketches, maps, and reports of surveys to describe
- Hauled surveying equipment across varied terrain including hillsides and swamps to assist surveyors in projects
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
Masonry Laborer
Fraserview Masonry
Vancouver
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Measured, cut and smoothed stone to maximize fit and complete attractive work for multiple customers
- Mixed mortar, plastic and grout according to standard formulas
- Used required tools to complete jobs, including hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices
- Operated trowels and sponges to apply grout between joints of tiles and bricks
- Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools
- Cleaned off excess materials and polished surfaces to achieve ideal smoothness and reflectivity
- Assembled and disassembled scaffolding and equipment when projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geodesy And Geomatics Engineering
University Of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB05.2022
Diploma in Geomatics - Geomatics Engineering Technology
BCIT
Burnaby, BC05.2016
Skills
- Leading crews
- Self-directed mindset
- Problem-solving
- Organization Skills
- Building Effective Relationships
- First Aid/CPR
- Adaptable nature / Experienced in difficult terrain
- Skilled ATV, UTV, and snowmobile operator
- Licensed pleasure craft operator
Accomplishments
- Received 2015 McElhanney Geomatics Scholarship ($2000).
- Attended NGC (National Geomatics Competition) at the University of Calgary in Febuary 2019. Collaborated with team of 3 in developing a soltution to the land displacement crisis in Columbia.
- Achieved a 3.7 GPA at UNB for winter semester of 2020.
Timeline
Surveyor Crew Chief / Assistant
McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd.
08.2016 - 04.2020
Masonry Laborer
Fraserview Masonry
06.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Geodesy And Geomatics Engineering
University Of New Brunswick
Diploma in Geomatics - Geomatics Engineering Technology
BCIT
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